When the Flames Ravaged by Rhona Dragomir

When the Flames Ravaged by Rhonda Dragomir is the fascinating historical fiction of the deadly fire at the Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus in Hartford, Connecticut. The circus comes to town, and everyone is very excited. Especially Evelyn Benson, as well as her brother, her sister-in-law, her niece and nephew. Evelyn has already had enough tragedy, losing her husband in World War II. She is highly anticipating taking a day off of work for the circus. Although the clowns are quite amusing; when they first visit the diner she works at a day before the circus not so much. Hank, one of the clowns, finds something absolutely fascinating about Evelyn. However, would Evelyn take a chance with him if she knew about his past? Is God something to be considered? What role will faith and love play in this? How could such a fun event as a circus turn so devastating?

I was absolutely fascinated by this Day to Remember Story. This historical Christian romance fiction is a great tale. Readers will keep coming back for more especially in the series. I really appreciated how the author takes a historical event and works it into a piece of fiction. I enjoyed learning about this fateful day but with a fiction twist. I highly recommend When the Flames Ravage as a very interesting and educational novel.

When the Waters Came by Candice Sue Patterson

When the Waters Came by Candace Sue Patterson is the historical fiction account of the initial Johnstown flood. This book starts off with the iconic Memorial Day celebration. The celebration ends the next day, quite abruptly, when the flood waters come swiftly and quickly to destroy the town of Johnstown. Pastor Montgomery Childs shares his devastation and the account of clinging for his life. Shortly after Annamae Worthington heeds the call of the Red Cross led by Clara Barton to relocate from Washington DC to Johnston to hep. Annamae reports to Johnstown to help with  the victims of the flooding including the outbreak of typhoid fever. Monty and Annamae connect. But what about Monty's past and Annamae's connection with the doctor she works with in Washington DC? Will Monty share his past and even reveal his full name to Annamae? Is Annamae only there temporality? Will Johnston ever recover? Who is responsible for this flood?

I did enjoy When the Waters Came and found myself learning much about Johnston. I am a fan of Candice Sue Patterson's work and When the Waters Came is again a thrilling account of history woven with romance. I could not put the book down and was inspired learn more about the Johnston flood. I would recommend this book.